Discussion Forum: Thinking Critically About AI in Your Academic Journey
Instructions for Participation
Points: 10 points will be awarded for completing this assignment.
Read the assigned chapter Navigating AI in Academia: Balancing Innovation with Human Thinking.
Use AI only as a helper, not as the main creator of your work. You may use AI for:
- Brainstorming ideas
- Clarifying concepts
Suggesting possible sources (must be verified from credible databases or libraries)
Locate at least three scholarly or reputable sources (e.g., peer-reviewed journal articles, academic books, government reports, or credible websites). Cite them in APA format.
Write your own responses in your own words and voice.
Include both in-text citations and a Works Cited list at the end of your post.
Keep original drafts (before AI editing) to document your authorship.
Initial Post
Length: Minimum 150 words (excluding quotes)
Deadline: Monday, 11:59 PM (CST)
Must address one of the five discussion questions
Include at least three APA citations from scholarly or reputable sources
Peer Responses
Respond to at least two classmates
Length: Minimum 100 words each
Deadline: Thursday, 11:59 PM (CST)
Responses must add value (e.g., share additional examples, ask thoughtful
questions, offer constructive feedback)
Maintain a respectful, professional tone
Discussion Questions
1. AI as an Academic Partner
How can AI function
as a supportive partner in your studies without taking over your learning
process?
Give two examples of tasks AI could help you with that strengthen your own
critical thinking.
2. The Human Element
What are three
unique abilities you have as a human learner that AI cannot replicate?
How can you make sure those skills remain central to your work?
3. Ethical Use in Practice
Give one example of
AI misuse in an academic setting and explain the possible consequences for
academic integrity.
Suggest two strategies to keep your work original while using AI for support.
4. Building AI Literacy
Describe one way to
use AI for finding academic sources and one way to use it to improve your
writing without replacing it.
How does verifying AI’s output protect you from including inaccurate or biased
information?
5. Your AI Plan
Outline a short personal action plan for using AI this semester that balances efficiency, creativity, and integrity.
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